LOCAL NEWS
VDACS announces the launch of ‘Evoke,’ making it easier for charitable organizations to file online
Read full article: VDACS announces the launch of ‘Evoke,’ making it easier for charitable organizations to file onlineThis month, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced their Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs launched Evoke, a new digital platform.
VIDEO FORECAST
Roanoke’s Hope Center launches free youth dance program to keep kids engaged and off the streets
Read full article: Roanoke’s Hope Center launches free youth dance program to keep kids engaged and off the streetsLeaders say the program offers a safe outlet for expression and a path toward life skills and future goals.
WATCH: Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb talks city budget, potential layoffs, Hotel Roanoke
Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb talks city budget, potential layoffs, Hotel RoanokeOn Friday, 10 News spoke to Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb regarding the city budget, the potential of layoffs to improve the city’s deficit, and what we can expect from the recent sale of Hotel Roanoke.
Roanoke-area young artist competes in Bob Ross “Most Artistic Kid” national contest
Read full article: Roanoke-area young artist competes in Bob Ross “Most Artistic Kid” national contestA young Roanoke-area artist is gaining national attention after entering the Bob Ross “Most Artistic Kid” contest, where supporters can vote online to help him advance in the competition.
Lynchburg voters begin casting their ballots ahead of Virginia special election
Read full article: Lynchburg voters begin casting their ballots ahead of Virginia special electionLynchburg voters who want to cast ballots before Election Day can use early voting at the city registrar’s office. Early voting runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and continues through April 18.
Man arrested and charged with multiple offenses after making threats towards Lynchburg Police
Read full article: Man arrested and charged with multiple offenses after making threats towards Lynchburg PoliceThe Lynchburg Police Department announced that it had arrested a 34-year-old man on multiple charges after officials said he made threats to kill law enforcement officials.
Measles exposure at Lynchburg General Hospital; What you need to know
Read full article: Measles exposure at Lynchburg General Hospital; What you need to knowVirginia has recorded 10 confirmed measles cases this year, double the number reported last year, VDH said. Health officials urged people who are not fully vaccinated or otherwise immune to contact their doctor about vaccination and testing.
Velma has spent over a year in a shelter, could she be your new best friend?
Read full article: Velma has spent over a year in a shelter, could she be your new best friend?The Floyd County Humane Society is searching for a home for one of their longest tenured shelter dogs. Velma is described as a sweet, cuddly and loving senior dog who has spent more than a year waiting for a forever home.
Giles High School awarded $25,000 Carhartt grant
Read full article: Giles High School awarded $25,000 Carhartt grantGiles High School has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Carhartt’s For the Love of Labor program to introduce Career and Technical Education through the National Center for Construction Education and Research’s High School Builder Program.
Virginia’s first regional industrial authority explores data center project in Pulaski County
Read full article: Virginia’s first regional industrial authority explores data center project in Pulaski CountyRecent discussions about a data center coming to Southwest Virginia have focused on a site in the New River Valley. The Virginia First Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (VFRIFA), which owns the New River Commerce Park in Pulaski County, is exploring a major project involving data centers.
The Lego home building contest returns to the 2026 New River Valley Home Expo
Read full article: The Lego home building contest returns to the 2026 New River Valley Home ExpoThe New River Valley Home Builders Association announced that the opening of the registration for the Lego home building contest is taking place at the 2026 expo on March 21 and 22.
Henry County deputies arrest man after traffic stop leads to narcotics, ammunition seizure
Read full article: Henry County deputies arrest man after traffic stop leads to narcotics, ammunition seizureA man has been arrested and charged after a traffic stop ended with Henry County deputies seizing narcotics and ammunition, according to the sheriff’s office.
Danville boil water notice remains in effect, first round of test samples clean, officials say
Read full article: Danville boil water notice remains in effect, first round of test samples clean, officials sayDanville City officials say the first round of water samples was clean. A second round will be collected Friday, with results expected Saturday morning.
Bedford man arrested and charged after drug investigation related to cocaine distribution
Read full article: Bedford man arrested and charged after drug investigation related to cocaine distributionThe Bedford County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that it had arrested a man after an investigation that began in April of last year conducted by the James River Regional Drug Task Force.
Centra to close Bedford Hospice House in April
Read full article: Centra to close Bedford Hospice House in AprilCentra announced it will close its Bedford hospice house, citing operating costs that have outpaced donations. Centra says home-based hospice services in Bedford will continue and staff are working with patients and families to identify next steps. The hospice house’s last day of operation is scheduled for April 15.
Governors Hill neighbors express concern over parking
Read full article: Governors Hill neighbors express concern over parkingNeighbors in the Governors Hill subdivision in Bedford say they are running out of places to park and fear a nearby new development will make traffic and safety problems worse. Residents and the homeowners association are at odds over whether the new project is part of Governors Hill, and neighbors want clearer answers about access, parking, and safety for children. Neighbors in Governors Hill said street parking has become scarce and that the next car into the subdivision could make matters worse.
Getting ready for spring break? Here are some travel tips if you go to the airport
Read full article: Getting ready for spring break? Here are some travel tips if you go to the airportRoanoke-Blacksburg Airport is urging people to get to the airport with at least two hours to spare so they can get to their flights on time.
Students and locals express concerns with housing prices in Blacksburg
Read full article: Students and locals express concerns with housing prices in BlacksburgIt’s well known that Blacksburg has many issues when it comes to housing. Availability, affordability and quality are all concerns among students and locals.
Police make arrest after argument leads to gunfire in Christiansburg
Read full article: Police make arrest after argument leads to gunfire in ChristiansburgNo one was injured after an altercation led to reports of shots being fired in Christiansburg on Sunday, a Christiansburg public information officer told 10 News.
Christiansburg mobile home fire displaces family, community rallies to help
Read full article: Christiansburg mobile home fire displaces family, community rallies to helpA deadly fire early Thursday morning devastated a mobile home on the 1600 block of Peppers Ferry Road in Christiansburg. Firefighters responded quickly, but one person was confirmed dead, and four others from the family of five were injured. The conditions of the survivors remain unknown.
Christiansburg Police release details after misleading claims circulate regarding hate crime investigation
Read full article: Christiansburg Police release details after misleading claims circulate regarding hate crime investigationThe Christiansburg Police Department released details on Thursday regarding an investigation involving juveniles after inaccurate accounts of the event had been circulating.
Danville joins app connecting 911 system to volunteers who can perform CPR
Read full article: Danville joins app connecting 911 system to volunteers who can perform CPRA new smartphone app connected to Danville’s emergency response system aims to help cardiac arrest victims receive lifesaving CPR faster by alerting nearby volunteers.
Danville Fire Department announces launch of PulsePoint Respond app
Read full article: Danville Fire Department announces launch of PulsePoint Respond appThe Danville Fire Department announced Tuesday the launch of PulsePoint Respond in the City of Danville in partnership with the Danville Emergency Communications Center.
Danville detention worker arrested on charges of Indecent Liberties With Minor
Read full article: Danville detention worker arrested on charges of Indecent Liberties With MinorDanville Officials announced Monday that a former staff member at the W.W. Moore, Jr. Juvenile Detention Home had been indicted and arrested on multiple charges after officials say she engaged in a non-forcible contact with a 15-year-old boy who was in custody.
Hiring event for Yokohama employees affected by upcoming layoffs held Thursday
Read full article: Hiring event for Yokohama employees affected by upcoming layoffs held ThursdayOn Thursday, March 5, the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board will host a hiring event at the Salem Civic Center for Yokohama employees affected by upcoming layoffs.
Salem’s Moyer Sports Complex gearing up for 2nd annual “Hokie Invite”
Read full article: Salem’s Moyer Sports Complex gearing up for 2nd annual “Hokie Invite”It’s a big weekend ahead for the city of Salem and the Moyer Sports Complex. Virginia tech softball is set to host its second annual, “Hokie Invite”, with the likes of Penn State, Michigan, Radford and JMU coming to the Valley.
“Explore Your Next Move” workshop for Yokohama employees to be held by Greater Roanoke Workforce Board, Virginia Works
Read full article: “Explore Your Next Move” workshop for Yokohama employees to be held by Greater Roanoke Workforce Board, Virginia WorksThe Greater Roanoke Workforce Board announced they are partnering with Virginia Works to hold an “Explore Your Next Move” workshop for Yokohama employees on Monday, March 2.
VHSL Regional Hoops: Salem girls advance, E.C. Glass boys stay perfect
Read full article: VHSL Regional Hoops: Salem girls advance, E.C. Glass boys stay perfectWednesday night provided teams across Virginia another opportunity to punch their tickets to the state tournament, including Salem girls basketball and E.C. Glass boys basketball.
